Earnings Distribution
How South Carolina State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina State University | $49,959 | $52,588 | +5% |
| Fresno Pacific University | $80,307 | $94,303 | +17% |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $42,686 | $49,798 | +17% |
| Clemson University | $46,503 | $47,653 | +2% |
| Winthrop University | $45,644 | $47,552 | +4% |
Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 South Carolina State UniversityOrangeburg | $11,060 | $49,959 | $52,588 | — | — |
 Clemson UniversityClemson | $15,554 | $46,503 | $47,653 | — | — |
 Winthrop UniversityRock Hill | $15,956 | $45,644 | $47,552 | — | — |
 University of South Carolina-ColumbiaColumbia | $12,688 | $42,686 | $49,798 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with student counseling and personnel services graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At South Carolina State University, approximately 68% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.